Y ou might not think much about distilled water until you really need it. Whether you rely on a CPAP machine, have a medical ...

Cleaning physically removes dirt and germs, and Rathey says it’s this scrubbing process that’s the most important step for your water bottle. (Just like washing your hands is better than only ...

Then, once a week, sterilize it using one part distilled white vinegar to four parts water. Let it soak for 10 minutes. Then rinse and dry. If your water bottle stinks, soak it in a 50/50 baking ...

There is hope for anyone worried about a dirty water bottle and it’s simple—just wash it. Gerba recommends you clean yours every day or at least once a week. And don’t just simply rinse it ...

(The National Academy of Medicine recommends women and men, aged 19 to 30, drink between 9 and 13 cups of water a day, respectively.) That’s why having an insulated water bottle, such as ones ...

It’s time to come clean! Dr. Jason Singh, a primary care physician based in Virginia, is very concerned that you are not washing your water bottles often enough to prevent bacterial growth.

Martin Bucknavage, senior food safety extension program specialist at Penn State University, told Health that forgoing washes increases the risk of microbes gathering inside your bottle.